Tokyo, Japan

Konnichiwa!

This semester my friend (Kyra) and I took Introduction to Japan Cultural as our elective class. Every week, we learn different greetings and daily expressions along with the cultural and lifestyle of Japan. From all of the stuff I have learned so far in this course...it really makes me want to take the next flight to Japan (if I had the money I would but it doesn't hurt to dream?) Anyways, I was doing some research on Japan’s popular theme parks and I got so excited when I found out they have two Sanrio theme parks; Sanrio Puroland and Harmonyland. I also found so many kawaii (cute) photos of the theme parks.

My friends and family know for a fact I love Hello Kitty. Every since I was a 5 years old, all I can remember getting for my birthday is nothing but Hello Kitty related objects such as Hello Kitty stationeries, plush toys, slippers, pajamas, blankets, etc. Until this day, I can’t help feel joy and excitement when I receive something Hello Kitty related...I guess it just shows I’m still a kid at heart. Ahhhh but if I ever do go to Japan I will fulfill my 5-year-old dream by going to Hello Kitty world. 

http://www.harmonyland.jp/english/harmony/harmony.html

Sayoonara!

Typical Night in Boracay

You know how they say New York is the city that never sleeps? Well Boracay is the beach that never sleeps. Like I mentioned in my previous post, if you are a party animal you’ll be happy to know that the island has a large number of bars and clubs.

My first night in Boracay, my family and I went to Bamboo Lounge. Every night at approximately 7pm, you can always expect to see a group of fire dancers. 

At the end of the performance, the audience gets the opportunity to take pictures with the fire dancers. 

After watching the performance, we went to a bar called Cocomangas. My cousins and I were seated at a booth and against the wall; I noticed a large number of unfamiliar names with different dates on a golden plaque. One of my cousins explained to me that this particular bar offers a 15 shooter challenge. Basically, if an individual completed this challenge they wouldn’t have to pay for the shots and they’ll have their name engraved on the wall along with a souvenir t-shirt. So if you enjoy drinking competition maybe this is the place for you.

My cousins are more interested in reggae music. So on our second night in Boracay they wanted to go to a club that had reggae music. Apparently Red Pirates was the place to go to and it was located at station 3. Once we got there, I was expecting a huge crowd of people partying but the minute we got there; there was no one in sight. Red Pirates was apparently closed for that evening and I can’t remember why it was. Instead, we found a close by area with comfy couches and decided to just chill here. It was a completely different atmosphere from station 2. It was more of a peaceful environment and away from all of the rowdy party people.